SAR Crew
The SAR crew in the Portuguese AW101 Merlin comprises:
- Pilot in Command - Directs, executes and plans all the flight related actions. As the aircraft commander he is the ultimate responsible for all the decisions taken.
- Co-pilot - Directs, executes and plans flight related actions.
- Systems Operator - Directs and executes winching operations.
- Rescue Swimmer - Executes the recover of the victims from either water or land, using the helicopter's winch to be lowered into land or ships.
- Nurse - Evaluates and provides the needed health care to victims.
If needed, a specialized medical team may be taken on board during any SAR mission.
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